You have to be flexible to be in med-surg nursing
Experienced med-surg nurses know it takes a special kind of person to remain in the specialty because of the challenges that come with it, said Linda H. Yoder, PhD, MBA, RN, AOCN, FAAN, president of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, and an associate professor at the University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing. Yoder shared her thoughts on those challenges and how technology and evidence-based practice have improved patient care.
AMSN president says nurses are pros at handling change
By Janice Petrella Lynch, MSN, RN
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Med-surg has unique appeal
These RNs combine traditional skills with unconventional thinking.
Craft a solid discharge plan
Strategizing can start as soon as a patient is admitted.
FREE CE: Rounding
Patients are fans of nurses who participate in hourly rounding.
Continuing education catalog
Explore education options that can help your practice.
Hats off to care coordinators
The role has many names, and it comes with big responsibilities.
Med-surg RNs are everywhere and use their skills in the community.
Never live the same day twice
Med-surg nursing is a solid career choice that offers variety.
Are you flexible enough?
Med-surg association leader says challenges are par for the course.
Sink or swim during a shortage
Nursing shortage or not, employers value RNs with expertise.
Keep patients out of ICU
Communication bundles make ICU admissions avoidable.
Language remains a barrier
Ensure patients understand what's going on at all times.
Stretch beyond hospital walls
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